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Fishburn and Bishop Middleham

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Overview

A walk  along old railway lines, quiet lanes and fields from Fishburn to Bishop Middleham passing the remains of the castle, a disused quarry and a bison and deer farm!  We'll pass the Aviator  where there are coffee and toilets. There will be mud (remember that!). 

Wednesday, 8 October 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 36221 32173
Nearest postcode:
TS21 4AA
what3words:
funky.visitor.will
Start time:
10:30 am

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

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